This past Sunday’s ride from Rastelli’s, but not the Rastelli’s in Marlton.  For a little variety we began the ride at Rastelli’s Hill Creek Farms in Mullica Hill.  It was almost perfect weather for an autumn ride, the only thing missing was sunshine. There was a choice of 2 routes; a 30 mile ride on country roads though the farm lands in South Jersey, the other a 44 mile ride to historic Fort Mott along the Delaware River.

While at Fort Mott our team members took time to admire the view of the Delaware River and to explore the gun emplacements at the Fort, and they took advantage the opportunities for photo ops and many selfies.

On the way back on both rides our riders discovered, and many commented on, that lower Gloucester and Salem counties are not nearly a flat Burlington county.

Upon return we became immersed in the Farm’s pumpkin festival.  All types of activities and foods, but not sure how many stayed to enjoy them.

Reminder – Beginning October 19th all team rides will start at 9:00am.

 

Still to come in October . . .

Sunday, October 21 – Ian Cameron Memorial Ride

The Ian Cameron Memorial Ride is sponsored by Danzeisan & Quigley and is open to all. It leaves from Bertucci’s in Marlton (515 Route 73 North) at 9:00am, but please be there by 8:30.  There are 3 route options:

• 25 Mile  – IanC-25
• 38 Mile  – IanC-38RB
• 50 Mile  – IanC-50R1

Upon your return there will be unlimited pizza at Bertucci’s for only $10.

 

Sunday, October 28 – Team Evesham Halloween Ride

This will be our 1^st Annual Halloween Ride starting from Rastelli’s in Marlton at 9:00am. The ride will be part of our regularly scheduled  Sunday team rides. Costumes are strongly encouraged, but not required. Prizes will be awarded for the best costumes.  How creative can you be?  Also, there will be a special stop for a “Halloween Haunted Porch and Yard Tour” which has been created by a teammate to raise funds for charity.

If you would like to donate your time for a good cause, please consider coming in costume and assisting with the tour. If interested, please email VA at vavikings@yahoo.com and let her know of your availability.

 

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The first Sunday in October favored us with ideal cycling weather, moderate temperatures and tons of fun with our teammates.  We ventured out to Pemberton and we had four different route options, just amazing to have so many folks out and riding either with us or on the Tour de Pines or the Sea Gull Century.

October will to be month of consecutive special events for Team Evesham, next Sunday, October 14 we will move our ride to Rastelli’s Hill Creek Farms (1631 NJ Route 45, Mullica Hill). This ride will start at 9:00am and we will ride on the rural roads of Salem and Cumberland Counties on all new routes. We will ride alongside farms and take our rest stop at Fort Mott right on the Delaware River. This site protected Philadelphia for many years.  The same great Rastelli’s saving await you here next Sunday, you still save 10% off your lunch food purchases and you can enjoy wine with your lunch too.

Speaking of great teammates here is a picture of two teammates who are faculty members at school in South Jersey. When the theme was wear “Your Favorite Team Shirt” they both wore their cycling kits to school. “In life it’s not where you go, but who you ride with” .

 

Don’t forget, we have some special event this month. 

Here is a quick overview:

• Sunday, October 14,we will move our ride to Rastelli’s Hill Creek Farm in Mullica Hill, this is an all new route.
• Sunday, October 21, the annual Ian Cameron Memorial Ride, this will take place at Bertucci’s  in Marlton with unlimited pizza to follow the ride.
• Sunday, October 28, the First Annual Halloween Costume Ride, plus a special route, and spooky stops along the way and prizes.

Watch for more details on all of these October Events.

 

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This weekend was just spectacular, two incredible days filled with sunshine and perfect riding temperatures. (the National Weather Service in Mt. Holly confirmed this September was one of the wettest on record). Can life get any better? This Sunday we journeyed out to the Old World Bakery. Several teammates were participating in the City to Shore event and we all can’t wait for October so we can keep on riding.

Don’t put your bike away, we have so many great events planned for this coming month. Here is a quick over view:

• Sunday, October 14,we will move our ride to Rastelli’s Hill Creek Farm in Mullica Hill, this is an all new route.
• Sunday, October 21, the annual Ian Cameron Memorial Ride, this will take place at Bertucci’s  in Marlton with unlimited pizza to follow the ride.
• Sunday, October 28, the First Annual Halloween Costume Ride, plus a special route, and spooky stops along the way and prizes.

Watch for more details here in the Weekly Report for all of these October Events.

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Early last week with the approach of hurricane Florence we weren’t too sure if the weather would be good for the weekend. Fortunately for us Florence stayed South and we had sunny weather.

It was a full weekend with rides with on Friday, Saturday, and Sunday.  However, the key event this weekend was the Foster 100.

Team Foster is a volunteer organization that partners service dogs with area veterans who suffer from combat related disabilities.  One of their fundraising events is the Foster 100, a century ride from Philadelphia to Cape May, thus the “100”, and  is limited to 200 riders of which 40 were Team Evesham members.  Congratulations to all our riders.

The next day we had over 60 riders at Rastelli’s for the Sunday ride through Vincentown to the Pemberton Wawa.

Note: Two water bottles were found in Rastelli’s parking lot after the Sunday ride.  They can be retrieved at this coming Sunday’s ride.

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Will the rain ever stop? Will the sun ever shine again?

 

While Saturday and Sunday were wash outs, 16 team members did get to enjoy the Friday ride through the pines and farmland out to Nixon’s.

Based on the prevalence of the rainy days, we all made need to make some modifications to our bikes.  This rider appears to have a creative solution.

This Saturday is the Foster 100, a century ride from Philadelphia to Cape May.  Team Foster, an all volunteer organization, raises money to partner service dogs with tri-state area veterans suffering from combat-related disabilities including post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) and traumatic brain injury (TBI).  20% of the riders taking part in this event are from Team Evesham.

Because most of our ride leaders are participating in the Foster 100, there will be some changes to this coming weekend’s ride schedule.  Be sure to check our website, teamevesham.org , for any changes to the upcoming rides.

Note: The Thursday evening ride has been cancelled for the rest of the year.

This week’s recap leads off with softball.

Yes, Team Evesham has a softball team.  At least it did for this past weekend’s Fallen Hero’s Softball Tournament in Evesham Twp.  And our team made it to the quarter finals. Congratulations to; Kevin Comber, Nadine Cottle, Ed Gonzales, Dave Humphreys, “VA” Onofrio, Carrie Salisbury, Lisa Sleeper, Scott Santos, Jim Sweet, Mike Vindick, with Sunday’s sponsor Dave Thompson of CARSTAR Lakeside Collision.

Now to cycling –   Sunday morning the sun was shining and the temperature was about 70 at the start of the ride.  A near perfect day that put any thoughts of the previous Sunday’s rain far into the distant past.  Taking advantage of the ideal conditions, we rode out to Olde World Bakery for a few sweets and to bask in the sun for a short while before returning to Rastelli’s for more eats and socialization.

Next weekend is Labor Day and that means summer is coming to an end, but not cycling. We are now entering the best season for riding; gorgeous days, moderate temperatures, and beautiful fall foliage. Don’t even think about putting that bike away. Come ride with us each Sunday.

Foster 100 – Registration Closes September 1st

Help make a difference in the life of a returning US service member. Join your teammates on Saturday, September 15 as they ride in the Foster 100, an incredible ride from Philadelphia to Cape May.  This ride goes onto the Benjamin Franklin Parkway and then over the bridge into New Jersey. Once you are in NJ the terrain is flat and the roads are relatively free of traffic.

This organization is 100% volunteer, there are no professional fundraisers, the goal is to purchase and train service dogs for returning veterans. These dogs are provided to ease the effects of combat. As a rider you will travel with a small group (platoon) that rides at the same speed, just like our rides. You will have  motorcycle escort and a SAG vehicle with each platoon. Plus there is incredible food and a smashing after party. All riders receive a Foster 100 team jersey. Bus transportation is provided to return both you and your bike to Philadelphia.

There are only 3 or 4 of spaces remaining so join the other Team Evesham riders in this spectacular ride, go here to register. The ride is limited to only 200 cyclists, don’t miss this event!

 

The morning forecast said only a 10% chance of rain, and we being an optimistic group went for a ride. However, only one half mile into the ride it started to rain, undeterred we pedaled on experiencing both wet road and dry roads. The rain seemed to be selective as to where it wanted to fall.

The axiom that ‘any ride is a good ride’ held true because the returning riders’ spirits were not dampened by the weather.

The ride was sponsored by Advantage Auto Service and started at Johnson’s Corner Farm, who welcomed us before the start and provided a tent at the end for us to gather and enjoy sliced watermelon.

Team Gear

The Voler online store has been extended to August 27^th to allow more opportunity to order your Team Evesham kits and other accessories.  Please take advantage of this as it may be last time you’ll be able to order this year.  All gear ordered will be shipped by October 5^th.  Go HERE to order.

Foster 100

Help make a difference in the life of a returning US service member. Join your teammates on Saturday, September 15 as they ride in the Foster 100, an incredible ride from Philadelphia to Cape May.  This ride goes onto the Benjamin Franklin Parkway and then over the bridge into New Jersey. Once you are in NJ the terrain is flat and the roads are relatively free of traffic.

This organization is 100% volunteer, there are no professional fundraisers, the goal is to purchase and train service dogs for returning veterans. These dogs are provided to ease the effects of combat. As a rider you will travel with a small group (platoon) that rides at the same speed, just like our rides. You will have  motorcycle escort and a SAG vehicle with each platoon. Plus there is incredible food and a smashing after party. All riders receive a Foster 100 team jersey. Bus transportation is provided to return both you and your bike to Philadelphia.

There are only handful of spaces remaining so join the other Team Evesham riders in this spectacular ride, go here to register. The ride is limited to only 200 cyclists, don’t miss this event!

 

He completed his training while he was in the USA.  Now back in Australia and off to sea.  He sure looks different from when he’s in his Team Evesham kit.

 

 

 

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It turned out to be a good weekend.  Saturday night the weather forecasters were predicting thunderstorms on Sunday, but come Sunday morning there were no storms, no rain, and there was even some sunshine.  It was a good day for riding the ever popular Murphy’s Market routes.

Prior to the ride we recorded an interview with our Aussie friend and teammate, Commander Ryan Gaskin.  He will be returning to Australia at  the end of this week, and we wish him the best.  The video of the interview can be viewed by HERE and it is also on our facebook page.

It is the middle of August, typically the hottest time of the year, when riding in the heat know your limits and the danger signs of over heating.  Please check out this important article: Understanding Heat-Related Illness.  Note: this is also on our website.

Announcement

Sunday Ride, New Location – This coming Sunday, and only this Sunday our ride will start from Johnson’s Corner Farm in Medford.  Use the Hartford Road entrance behind the farm store and park on the grass field.  The ride will start at 8:00am.

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